alginic
Adjective
Meaning
alginic (not comparable)
(biochemistry) Relating to alginic acid or its derivatives.
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Commonly, following ingestion a 'raft' of alginic acid is created, floating on the stomach contents by carbon dioxide released by the drug.
Formulations Antacids may be formulated with other active ingredients like simethicone to control gas or alginic acid to act as a physical barrier to acid.